Couch Riffs
Michael Squires


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Ep 259 Kristian Dunn (El Ten Eleven)
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06/12/23 • 111 min
Our guest this episode is Kristian Dunn, one-half of the instrumental rock band, El Ten Eleven. We cover Kristian's young musical life, his influences, love of sci-fi and writing as well as plenty of El Ten Eleven history. I met Kristian and Tim (El Ten Eleven) on tour last year and got to enjoy their music almost nightly and I can't recommend enough to see them. There is so much music coming off of the stage from two musicians with no pre-recorded loops. Be sure to check them out when they tour next for an upcoming release this Fall and go out and support independent music by buying theirs where ever you like to buy music, downloads or vinyl at the record store! I hope you enjoy this episode.
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06/12/23 • 111 min


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Ep 257 Timo Ellis (Netherlands)
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05/29/23 • 109 min
Our guest this episode is a first repeat podcast guest and the musician with the most appearances in Couch Riffs covers videos (I think?), Mr Timo Ellis of Netherlands. In this episode we go pretty deep into what I think most people at least consider and probably worry about but don't really verbalize. Buckle up! I've included some links below to some of the videos Timo brings up in our conversation. We do talk about Netherlands' new album, SEVERANCE, which is arguably their best album yet. Timo is a deeply talented artist and can quite capably express his musical creativity in so many styles and genres, so when you hear the Netherlands it is never a flatlands train track you're traveling on, it is a circuit of wild, well planned trails over a mountain pass. Do go check out Netherlands' music on BandCamp and support independent musicians and artists! Do not expect convention from Timo and Netherlands, however. You can thank me later.
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https://www.netherlandsband.com/music
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xoVJKj8lcNQ
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0WX7r3R5Iv4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FGXDNuiz_dE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LGc8DMHMyi8&t=1s
Timo adds: “after thinking about it a bit, I realize that I’d like to clarify/ nuance something important here; my anger and bitterness about “men” in general is meant as a critique of a still ascendant type of hypermasculinity...of a deeply cultural (and IMO, still near universally) ingrained cis-heteronormative ideology of male superiority + privilege...which very much still manifests, in its grosser material forms, as femicide, rape, sexual violence/ assault and harassment...and in its (only slightly!) less pernicious forms...as legalized gender discrimination, lack of access to education/ healthcare/ abortion/ workplace protections, income inequality, and professional and political representation...among MANY other things. My overall point here is that while “men“ are obviously not a static category/ monolith, I still regard the phenomenon of sexist domination not only as unequivocally still a “thing“...+ but actually of the foundational cultural malignancies afflicting humanity (and all of non-human life as well, etc) and which IMO, needs to be rooted out, and called out, as vigorously...and as soon as possible!”
05/29/23 • 109 min
Ep 252 Klaus Eichstadt (Ugly Kid Joe)
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04/24/23 • 116 min
This episode our guest is Klaus Eichstadt, lead guitarist and co-founder of Ugly Kid Joe. Ugly Kid Joe rocketed into the spotlight with a back-to-back hits in the early 90s and rode the wave until breaking up in 1997 under friendly circumstances. In 2010 the band reunited and has been going strong since, touring Europe and the UK regularly. In May/June 2023 UKJ will be touring the United States for the first time since 1995. I had a great time talking with Klaus, catching up and getting him to share some of his story here in this conversation for you. I hope you enjoy!
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https://varietycoffeeroasters.com
04/24/23 • 116 min
05/15/23 • 107 min
Our guest this episode is Marc Emer-Hutner, guitarist/singer of the band Sugartooth and guitarist for The Pleasure Club. Sugartooth hit the road hard to tour in support of their 2 major label releases in the 90s before going on hiatus. Soon after Marc was playing guitar in The Pleasure Club, a band that is highly celebrated by other bands and musicians but never reached the grand audience that they were worthy of. Marc and Sugartooth have regathered and recorded a new album, Vol. 3, which released April 21, 2023 and is full of groove-heavy rock with catchy melodies. Recommended if you like QOTSA, Clutch, Fu Manchu, etc. I had a great time hanging with Marc and getting some of his life story and I hope you enjoy. Please do go check out his body of work from over the years and absolutely listen to Vol. 3!
If you're enjoying Couch Riffs Podcast please support us on Patreon. Patreon support is noncommittal and you can cancel at any time. Your support enables this podcast and the cover song videos that Couch Riffs produces and your support is crucial and very appreciated. Thank you so much.
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05/15/23 • 107 min
05/08/23 • 110 min
Our guest this episode is Franz Stahl, DC hardcore legend and a founding member of both Scream and Wool and a one-time member of Foo Fighters. Franz and Scream were the last band to record at the the legendary Inner Ear Studio in DC and that recording will be releasing in the Fall of 2023 on Dischord Records. The album, titled DC Special, features cameo performances by many DC legends and is a beautiful grand finale for the legendary Inner Ear. In our conversation we talk about various gigs Franz has had, amazing experiences touring and playing music, and the day to day grind we dig into so that we are able to remain creative and make music. Also, Scream will be touring Europe in the Summer (2023). Catch them if you can! I hope you enjoy this casual catch up!
If you are enjoying Couch Riffs Podcast please support us on Patreon. Patreon support is what enables Couch Riffs to be prolific and continue releasing podcasts and cover song videos on a regular schedule. Patreon support is non-contractual and you can cancel at any time. Your support is crucial and very much appreciated. Thank you so much!
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05/08/23 • 110 min
Ep 253 Jason Freeman (Zeke)
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05/01/23 • 108 min
Our guest this episode is Jason Freeman, bassist for the band Zeke. Jason has been around Seattle through the thick and thin of it and has made his way through many punk bands in town but Zeke is the king of them. In this conversation we talk about his rural upbringing and Eastern Washington youth all the way up to Zeke's new single, Ride Hard Ride Free. Zeke will be playing Punk Rock Bowling this year with a few SoCal shows tagged on the end of a long weekend run. They'll spend the better part of the summer of 2023 touring the UK and Europe and should have a new album out soon. Catch them if you can!
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05/01/23 • 108 min
05/22/23 • 103 min
Our guest this episode is Dirk Serries, a fantastic human and musician who has been creating since the 80s with Vidna Obmana, Fear Falls Burning and most recently his 2nd collaboration with Justin K. Broadrick, Loud As Giants, which released an album, Empty Homes, on April 28 2023. Dirk was an awesome hang and we get into his earliest music creation, his discovery of synths, samplers, and much later guitars, and real talk about being a full-time artist/musician with a full-time work life to balance. Be sure to check out the album at the link below and if you're in Belgium catch Loud As Giants at Dunk Festival in Ghent on May 18, 2023. I hope you enjoy this episode!
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05/22/23 • 103 min
Ep 251 Jarrod Goon (Clowns)
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04/17/23 • 87 min
Our guest this episode is Jarrod Goon, one half of the guitar firepower duo for the Australian punk rock band, Clowns. We met Jarrod and his bandmate Cam Rust in the summer of 2022 on tour and playing together at Hellfest in Clisson, France. We reminisce here at length. But, Clowns will be playing shows across mostly German-speaking countries in the summer of 2023 and you should go check them out if you're near and able. What a fun, killer band. I'm so happy that I stumbled upon finding them that day and connected. I hope you enjoy this podcast!
If you're enjoying the Couch Riffs Podcast or our covers song videos please support us on PATREON. Patreon support is the lifeblood of Couch Riffs! Thank you so much for making this possible.
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https://clownsband.com
04/17/23 • 87 min
04/10/23 • 110 min
Our guest this episode is the extremely talented and cool Guy Davis, bassist for Kultur Shock and bassist/banjoist/vocalist for Guardian Alien, Sage, Ban Jovi and who has previously worked with Stone Gossard of Pearl Jam. This conversation was extremely fun and full of revelations despite knowing Guy for nearly 3 decades. I hope you enjoy. If you are in Europe please go check out Kultur Shock on tour NOW through May 1, 2023. You will NOT be disappointed!
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https://kulturshock.com
04/10/23 • 110 min
Ep 258 Peter Summit (Crashing Wayward)
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06/05/23 • 95 min
Our guest this episode is Peter Summit, singer/front person for the Las Vegas band Crashing Wayward. Peter walks us through his history as a singer from his earliest days as a karaoke star to touring and single parenting as a working musician. Crashing Wayward release their debut album, Listen, on June 9 2023. The album is chock full of fantastic songs that sound familiar without being derivative and contemporary without losing its appeal to classic rock fans. Look out for this band to explode. I thoroughly enjoyed hosting Peter and I hope you enjoy this, too. Be sure to stream Listen on all major streaming platforms the week this episode comes out! If you're enjoying Couch Riffs Podcast or our cover song videos please consider supporting us on PATREON. Patreon is the one place where you can help make Couch Riffs happen through direct support. Thank you so much if you're already helping to make this happen. You're the best!
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06/05/23 • 95 min
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How many episodes does Couch Riffs have?
Couch Riffs currently has 258 episodes available.
What topics does Couch Riffs cover?
The podcast is about Music, Podcasts and Music Interviews.
What is the most popular episode on Couch Riffs?
The episode title 'Ep 259 Kristian Dunn (El Ten Eleven)' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Couch Riffs?
The average episode length on Couch Riffs is 113 minutes.
How often are episodes of Couch Riffs released?
Episodes of Couch Riffs are typically released every 5 days.
When was the first episode of Couch Riffs?
The first episode of Couch Riffs was released on Feb 8, 2019.
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